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for Richard Sledge
Victoria Armstrong
March 23, 2019
Richard was a magnet to children and the love was mutual. He loved family and country! Richard was a man that was happy inside out, a loyal friend and a joy to be around. I will never forget Richard a friend always! Victoria
Bärbel und Heinz Breyl
April 27, 2007
Erinnerungen an dich, Onkel Richard, sind auch Erinnerungen an meine Kindheit und Jugend. Es sind schöne Erinnerungen an die Zeit, als ihr alle hier in Deutschland wart und die ganze Familie sich treffen und sehen konnte und auch an meinen Besuch bei euch daheim in Phoenix, als ich so herzlich bei euch aufgenommen wurde. Meiner Familie kann ich davon erzählen, wenn sie nach dir und Tante Lore, euren Kindern und Enkelkindern fragt. In der Erinnerung wird dadurch für uns alles wieder lebendig. Es ist auch die Erinnerung an die Zeit, als diejenigen, die schon von uns gegangen sind, noch bei uns waren. Nun bist du ihnen gefolgt.
Allen, die dich kennen durften und denen du begegnet bist, warst du wohl gesonnen.
In stiller Trauer und in Gedanken an dich und mit tiefem Mitgefühl für deine Familie.
Bärbel, Heinz, Simon, Philipp, Julia und Christoph
Paul, Thomas und Stefan möchten euch auf diesem Wege ebenfalls ihr herzliches Beileid und ihre tiefe Verbundenheit mit euch in eurer Trauer zum Ausdruck bringen.
Dirk Whitmer
April 26, 2007
Opa I miss the hey guy how was your day, or talking about the Phoenix Suns or the Arizona Cardnials, when I am not a big fan of these teams but I would still listen.I know that you are no longer in pain but it hurts real bad that you are gone, not to see you everytime I walk through the door. I know that your are up in heaven watching down over me and that you are my Guardian Angel. And I know that one day we will see each other againat the gates of heaven where you will greet me open arms. So till then I will not say good bye, but that I can not wait for that day. I will always love and I miss you so much, Your Grandson Dirk.
Kayla Sledge
April 24, 2007
We would all be sitting in Opa's living room watching Cartoon Network together and when we turn around to say something to Opa we would see that he was sleeping. When we say something to him to wake up he says, "I'm not sleeping. I'm looking at the playboy bunnies tattooed on the inside of my eye lids." Of course back then I did not know what that meant. Bad Opa..
Opa was the one that was always outside with us when we were swimming. One time he told us how Dad could swim the length of the pool twice with only one breath. So that made us try it. Every time we went swimming after that we would try. It was like an ongoing contest. One day Opa got in and tried it. He was really good. We all called him a big white whale.
April 24, 2007
Your father was truly a very special person in so many lives.
His memory will live on and thru all of you now. It was an absolute pleasure to have known him! Your family, as always, will be in our prayers.
Love you
Colleen & Richie & family
Tami Graham
April 24, 2007
Sledge family,
I'm very sorry for your loss! I know Mr. Sledge is in a much better place now and I'm sure he is dancing. I have fond memories of working with him at the produce company. I only saw him upset once in that year. All the rest he was always so joyful. He used to keep me updated on how you and Richard were doing. That was when Richard was in Saudi and you were living out of state.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Much love,
Tami
xoxoxox
Michael Ebinger
April 24, 2007
Wenn du bei Nacht den Himmel anschaust, wird es dir sein, als lachten alle Sterne, weil ich auf einem von ihnen wohne,
weil ich auf einem von ihnen lache,
du allein wirst Sterne haben, die lachen können.
Wenn du dich getröstet hast, wirst du froh sein, mich gekannt zu haben.
Du wirst immer mein Freund sein
und deine Freunde werden sehr erstaunt sein, wenn sie sehen,
dass du den Himmel anblickst und lachst.
Michael, Kerstin, Lina und Luca
Tana Gorczyca
April 22, 2007
As the days go by, your memory only becomes greater to me. Every day is ever harder than the one before. I wish I had just five more minutes to spend with you. I would tell you how much I love you. You mean the world to me Opa, and I wish SO much that you would still be here. Sometimes, I want to call you and talk to you, but I will never again get that chance. Every morning at your house, I expect to see you reading the paper when I get up. I want soo bad for you just to talk to me one more time. I want it all so bad. I would give anything to see you again. I know you are happy now, with no pain. But the pain you left is the pain you leave with me forever. I need you soo bad Opa. If I could go back, I would spend more time with you. I can't express how many pieces my heart is broken into.
The good die young. And you did. You were and still are the greatest influence in my life. I strive to be like you. Never down. Always happy. Thanks for providing me with all the things you have taught me.
I Love and Miss You Opa
Gary Kauffman, M.D.
April 22, 2007
Losing a loved one is perhaps the hardest of all life’s sadnesses to overcome. The joy of having known them for their period of time with us is truly a gift.
As your physician, I was given the opportunity to help care for someone who became a part of my life, not just my work. Richard’s passing on is a loss that I personally experience with his family.
Yvonne Schambach
April 22, 2007
Opa's smile is very much like my Dad, his personality is a mirror image of my father. Ironically my father is Opa to my children. Must be in the title
Outstanding Personable Awesome This is how I see Opa Sledge
Pablo Frank
April 22, 2007
i want to say how very shocked and sad i was to hear of richard's passing away. i will always remember him and his unbelievable hospitality towards me during my stay in phoenix.
wherever he may be now, looking down upon us, i am sure he sees and knows that he will never be forgotten!
i still wanted to let him know, that there is one more person thinking of him.
Pablo Frank
April 22, 2007
how very shocked and sad i was to hear of richard's passing away. i will always remember him and his unbelievable hospitality towards me during my stay in phoenix.
wherever he may be now, looking down upon us, i am sure he sees and knows that he will never be forgotten!
just wanted to let you know, that there is one more person thinking of him.
all the best wishes,
Michael Ebinger
April 22, 2007
Ich weis nicht richtig mit so einer situation umzugehen ,da ich außer bei meiner oma noch keine erfahrung gemacht habe.
Ich finde es sehr schade das ich ihn und vileicht auch dich nicht mehr sehen werde aber ich trage euer bild im herzen und das hilft mir sehr. Irgend wie binn ich mir sicher das ich irgend wann und irgendwo den menschen und tieren die ich liebe wieder treffen werde.
Ich muss sehr oft an unsere gemeinsame zeit in idaoberstein denken und es ist ein warmes gefühl das mich mit dem gedanken verbindet, ich binn froh dieses gefühl zu euch zu haben und nichts kann es mir nehmen DAS IST TOLL. Ich hoffe das du sie auch erhälst.
Im gedanken an Euch ein und ein Herzensgruß
Richard "Brady" Sledge
April 20, 2007
When I was in grade school Dad would always pick the other kids by there ears. they would always be crowded around him waiting there turn.
I always knew when my Dad had made it to my football games because I could here him over everyone else.
When ever my wedding ring hits the sides of the sink when I'm cleaning it, it reminds me of when I would sit at the bar (as a little kid) and watch my dad cook and clean out the sink.
Carolyn Nyland
April 20, 2007
At that time in my life, Richard was everything to me - my boyfriend, my best friend, even my bodyguard! He walked me to and from school every day. He stayed and waited for me after every play rehearsal or choir rehearsal or whatever I was doing. We spent every free waking moment together. Richard was definitely not your average teenage guy. He was and still is very special. I often look back at those times and think about what an amazing son these parents raised. And then I look at the amazing man, dedicated father and loving husband he has turned out to be. And now that I am a parent, I can think of no better compliment than for someone to tell me I did a good job of being a parent. Well I’m here to say “Ya done good, Richard Sr.!” I feel very lucky to have shared a part of my life with your son and your family.
Love,
Carolyn (Parks) Nyland
Tifani
April 20, 2007
i always remember oma just saying "DAD"!!!
n opa being right there for her.
i remember living with oma n opa n the night i wet the bed...
n lastly that i love him so much n ill never forget him...
Tana
April 20, 2007
I have a memory of Opa. His Kool-Aid. He always let me choose the next flavor, and constently shared his Kool-Aid secrets with me.
Love Tana
Melissa Sledge
April 20, 2007
Things that remind us of Dad....
RERUN (every story that he told)
BETTYBOOP (Elizabeth)
TWEEDLE-DEE & TWEEDLE DUM (Kayla & Rhonda)
BOBBSIE TWINS (Rhonda & Kayla)
TRIPLETS (Elizabeth, Kayla & Rhonda)
RUSTS IRON AND SINKS SHIPS (hated water)
SALT (he added salt to everthing at the table, and pepper too)
SUPER BELLY (enough said)
THE LOTTERY (was going to win every Weds and Sat for the last 25+ years)
BEAUTIFUL (everything was beautiful)
WHAAAAT? (with his chin dropping as his hand leaves his mouth and slaps the table, then a giggle.. a guilty giggle)
MOONWALK (only on new Years eve)
MAUS (Ellen)
PHOENIX SUNS (they WILL win an NBA Chapionship someday!)
I AM READY TO GO DANCING. (Even 24 hours before he passed away)
Brittany Hill
April 20, 2007
we are so sorry to hear about opa..
all of us are thinking about the family and oma..
if you need anything. if she needs anything.
we are here. we love you! <3 (britt wrote this)
but its from the whole family with tons and tons of love.
:)
The Hill Family
Rhonda Anderson
April 20, 2007
Ashleigh and I have been talking and we both agree
that when we think of Opa we think of how much he
loves Christmas! He has and displays the most
Christmas lights and decorations of any person we
know!
Love,
Rhonda and Ashleigh
Kurt Budday
April 20, 2007
Rich and Melissa,
I'm so sorry.
I can't say I know what it's like to lose a parent. It seems like you just expect them to be around forever.
You were fortunate to have a great Dad that everybody seemed to love, and I'm sure that makes his passing even harder.
Let us know if there's anything we can do for you.
Kurt
Sharon Betts
April 20, 2007
Oh Melissa, I just don't know what to say. You are right; he is going to be truly missed. Although I only saw him on special occasions, he was still a big part of me because you, Richard and the girls are a big part of me. As I sit and type this e-mail, I can't hold back the tears. We shouldn't have to lose any of our love ones, but we must remember that he is in a better place and he is not suffering.
Love a whole lot.
Sharon
Jennifer Creech
April 20, 2007
Opa as well as Oma always made sure you were at home their house. You could never just walk in for a minute, you would sit down at the kitchen table and could end up talking for an hour or so. To listen to him and Oma go back and forth was always entertaining. The Christmas decorations were incredible every year. He is a very loving person.
Jenn
Rhonda Sledge
April 20, 2007
My favorite times.. best memories
? Always being able to count on Opa to eat the food you can’t finish.
? Sneaking cookies behind Oma’s back
? Insisting that we eat cookies even when our Dad said no.
? He called us Tweedle-dee and Tweedle-dum, and we would argue who was who.
? He introduced us to Bird in a nest breakfast.
? Every time we would go over there he would say, look no more super belly, and the put his hands on his stomach, but I could never tell any difference and it was always still there.
? Jesse would run and smack his head on Opa’s stomach and laugh hysterically then just do it all over again
? He would always have country music playing in the van and every now and then he would sing along with us.
? Going to see Aunt Cathy, we stopped at the lake to eat ham and cheese sandwiches that he packed in the cooler.
? He got mad at Kayla and me for goofing off one time and got the cutting board out then he threatened us as a paddle, but never has.
? Picking Grapefruit off the trees and then eating them with a pound of sugar on them.
? He would keep track of time while we swam back and forth in the pool to see how long we could swim with one breath.
? He would always tell us stories about when he was a kid over and over, but we never told him he already had told us.
Elizabeth Sledge
April 20, 2007
I remember when we would spend a whole week at Oma and Opa's during the summer. Opa would take us out swimming at least three times a day. He would sit there watching us jumping in and playing around. We would beg him to throw rocks in just so we could swim to the bottom and get them. No matter how many times he would say,"This is the last time," we'd always ask again, and as we all know Opa, he would give in every time.
Every morning that we would wake up at Oma and Opa's they'd both be sitting at the dining room table, reading the newspaper. Opa would say, "The monsters are awake." Then he would continue the conversation by asking what we were going to have for breakfast. He would always make us either waffles, pancakes, or 'bird in a nest' with hot chocolate!! Yummm!!
Once a year we got to help pick oranges and grapefruit. When we were younger Opa would use his 'picker thing' and pull the fruit off the trees, then we would run around picking them up and putting them into buckets. As we got older we were allowed to do more, this past year he just watched us climb up in the tree and shake all the grapefruit down. I won't lie though, we almost gave him a couple heart attacks that day.
Romy and Werner Ebinger
April 20, 2007
Aus unserem Leben ist Richard gegangen, in unseren Herzen bleibt er für immer
Victoria Armstrong
April 19, 2007
I am so sad to think of the world without Richard, he made the world a better place and will be greatly missed by many.
I pray for his loved ones to remember how blessed they were to have him in their lives and know that he lives with-in them.
April 18, 2007
I wish I could see you one more time, especially when I walk into your home, but, I know that is impossible. I will never hear your voice no more when I walk through the door.
I know you can feel my tears that I shead every day, and I know you don't want me to cry, yet my heart is broken.
I can't understand why someone so precious to me had to die. I pray that God will give me strength for I struggle with this heartache that was caused by losing you in my life.
I hope God can somehow give me strength to get me through this hard time in my life.
Love you always and forever Opa!
Michelle Sledge-Dunton
April 13, 2007
I wish i had known him better, family is so far away and so unknown....Much love
Jenny Frego
April 7, 2007
To Richard F. Sledge and family:
We didn't get to know you that well, but in the small time we did know you- you always made us laugh and smile. May you have peace now that you are no longer in pain. May GOD watch over you and let you be free with everlasting life.
May our prayers and thoughts be with your family. Watch over them, especially my dearest friend- Erin. I love you Ear Bear- GOD Bless you and your family.
With deepest sympathy~
Jenny Frego and family
Sven Ebinger
April 6, 2007
STARS:
"For most people stars are silent. We, though, we'll have stars like nobody else. When we look up at the sky at night, since you'll be living on one of them, since you'll be laughing on one of them (like you always did here with us), for us, it'll be as if all the stars are laughing. We now have stars that can laugh!
And when we're consoled, we'll be glad we've known you. You'll always be our friend. We'll feel like laughing with you. And we'll open our windows sometimes just for the fun of it... And our friends will be amazed to see us laughing while we're looking up at the sky. Then we'll tell them, 'Yes, it's the stars. They always make us laugh!"
Onkel Richard when I read the notes in this guestbook I cried because of all the nice words and all the sympathy but then I looked out of my windows into the sky of Manhattan and I saw them - the laughing stars - and I laughed with them - I laughed with you!
Love
Christie Kircher
April 4, 2007
I was remembering when I worked with Opa at Sunstate Seafood Company, I was just 17. Knowing I don't like seafood, Opa used to cook up some sort of seafood about once a week and he would try so hard to get me to try it saying, "You have got to try this, this one does not have a fishy taste". I was fortunate to been given the opportunity to work with him at Williams Produce as well. He is such a great person and always brightened up the room when he walked in.
Christie
Silvia Eberle (Ebinger)
April 4, 2007
Dear uncle Richard,
last time I saw you in Phoenix I was 18 years and time is running and of corse now I am 48 years.
Long time we didn't see each other but - you where always in my mind.
I still hear your voice, see your smile (from ear to ear) and remember the few german words. You where a part of my childhood and I always love to be together with you and Aunt Lore, Ellen, Michael, Brady and Dirk and my parents in Idar Oberstein.
Visiting the Schwetzinger Schloss, eating german Spießbraten, celebrating christmas, fell the first time in Love and and and ..
a really great time we have had together
You will always have a special place in my life and in my heart - thank you
Robert and Debbie Lemaster
April 1, 2007
We extend our deepest sympathy and pray for the comfort to all. May God bless Richard for being the great father we have learned so much about from Ellen. May God bless all the lives he touched.
Yvonne Schambach
March 31, 2007
I often think that people we have loved and who have loved us, not only make us more human, but they become a part of us and we carry them around all the time....whether we see them or not...and in some way we are a sum total of those who have loved us and those we have given ourselves to.
May our Lord be your guiding light as you take this heavenly trip and someday we hope to see you as our tour guide. Until then, you will always be in our hearts.
The Schambach Family
Tana Gorczyca
March 30, 2007
Opa,
You mean the world to me, and so much more. You were always happy, and I never saw you frown. Just being around you made me smile. You always told me stories, and I still remember them.
I miss you SO much, but another thing I will miss is your Kool-Aid. No one could ever make it like you did, even Oma. I am glad you are free of pain, but I just wish you were here, so I could express my love for you every minute of the hours to come. You showed kindness to everyone around you weather you knew them or not. I will always keep that at heart.
I await the day I meet you again.
Brigitte Friel
March 30, 2007
My Onkle Richard
When I was little I remember saying I want a Daddy like You!
Your answer was I can be your Daddy to if you want me to!
As I grew up and all through the years my Onkle Richard did just that He was like a Dad to me.
Always spoiling me when I came to visit, and how well he could spoil a person, and always concerned of my well being.
My Onkle Richard lived his life to make everyone happy,he did not like anyone to be sad.You touched many lives. Family and friends.
You were always caring,giving,loving and never expected anything in return.
Onkle Richard I am going to stop being selfish as much as it hurts, but it is now Your turn to be loved and cared for by your Father in Heaven.
you are in my Heart forever Onkle Richard
all my love,Gitti
You
Susie LaVeer
March 30, 2007
I have been a close friend of Rich & Melissa's since high school. Much distance & time has usually been between us. Although I did not know you well, I do know what a wonderful son you've raised. My thoughts & empathy are with all your family. If there is anything I could ever help with... I love you Rich, Melissa, Elizabeth, Rhonda & Kayla.
Brandon Cropley
March 30, 2007
OPA I WISH YOU WERE HERE, BUT NOW YOU ARE GONE.
I THINK OF YOUR JOKES, LAUGHS, AND SMILES.
YOU LIT UP MY WORLD AND PUT A LOT OF LOVE IN MY HEART.
I STILL FEEL YOU AND I ARE NOT VERY FAR APART.
BECAUSE I KNOW THAT YOU ARE THE ANGEL THAT WATCHES OVER ME, AFTER ALL THERE IS NO ONE ELSE IN THE WORLD I WOULD RATHER IT BE. I STILL MISS YOU AND WISH YOU WERE HERE; I ONLY HAVE TO THINK OF YOU AND SHED A BIG TEAR.
GOD HAD TO TAKE YOU HOME SO YOU WOULD NOT SUFFER ANY MORE PAIN. OPA I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU.
BRANDON
Debbie Lemaster Gahn
March 30, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Corey Conner
March 30, 2007
Even though I only knew you for a short period of time, you became a big part in my heart. You will be missed by family and friends. May the lord bless you and your family, on your new journey. I will truly miss you.
Dirk Schneider
March 30, 2007
Although my visits where far and few in-between, you always made me feel welcome and a part of the family. Your kindness will stay with me forever and you shall never be forgotten. May you rest in peace until we meet again.
Tadd Whitmer
March 29, 2007
Opa,Words could not discribe how you made me feel.Though you are gone physically.You're still here spiritually.So r.i.p.You are and always will be the greatest grandfather ever...
Tifani Whitmer
March 29, 2007
opa,
you were the best grandfather anybody could ask for. you've done so much for me and i want to thank you for every thing. you mean the world to me. I love you and I miss you so very much!!
Sami Whitmer
March 29, 2007
I will miss Opa with all my heart, he was an inspiration to me, I am proud to have loved him and known him for the last 18 years. I will carry his vibrant smile in my heart always, because Opa never just grinned, he always smiled ear to ear and that is exactly how I will always remember him.
Michael Whitmer
March 29, 2007
I will always remember how involved Opa was in my childhood, he truly was like a father to me, he did all the things fathers do with their children, cub scouts, camping, pop warner, I admired his spirit and respected his gentle soul, I will miss him deeply all of my life.
Gwen Thompson
March 29, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
Roberto Rodriguez
March 29, 2007
I only knew you for a short period of time but you became a big part in my heart. May the lord guide you to peacefullness and happiness on you voyage to his home. May your family have keep the strenght of your heart in their hearts. I will truly miss you opa.
Lore whitmer
March 29, 2007
Opa.
You where an amazing great grandfather. Anyone would be lucky to have someone as amazing as you.
You always knew how to make everyone laugh. It’s still hard to believe you’re gone. It brings me to tears knowing I won’t see you for a very long time. I love all the memories we had together. Like super belly and swimming in the pool and of course Christmas Eve and Christmas day. You where the perfect grandfather. And I’m going to miss you so much. I love you.
Christie Kircher
March 29, 2007
Opa, I understood the true value of family when I became part of yours. Even though time has separated that I will carry that with me throughout my life. You were such an incredible person and an inspiration to anyone that you met. I am so blessed to have been part of it. With love always,
Erin Holmes
March 29, 2007
Hey Opa it’s me again just writing to say hello.
I know your up in heaven shining your light on us below.
I know you left, I miss you lots
And you are continuously in my thoughts.
I love you so much and the love is real
But I know wherever you are, you are feeling ideal,
I’m sorry we tried to keep you here
I feel so selfish we just wanted to hold you dear.
I now set you free Opa with no regrets
Because now I know, I know you loved me so
And now I see that you'll always be with me
So Opa I’ll see you soon and that day when I do...
I’ll no longer be alone but I’ll finally be with you
I know you’re with me everyday
And I know you’re taking care of me every step of the way
I still know you’re proud of me where ever you may be
And I want you to know I try to make you proud as you can see
I love you so much and I miss you so dear
But Opa don’t worry because I know you’re always here....
I love you and miss you every day
My love is soaring for you everyday...
Erin
Lore Sledge
March 29, 2007
My Husband. The love of my life.
Lore
Ellen Holmes
March 29, 2007
My Dad
He is not my birth father, but he is my true father. He is the one that raised me and taught me right from wrong, how to take care of myself, to find happiness in everyday life. He fixed my bike, took me sledding, trick or treating, and taught me to drive. He has been a pillar for me all of my life. I have so many wonderful memories of him and will work hard to preserve him in my mind as easily as I preserve him in my heart.
This is for you dad:
Dad...so many images come to mind
whenever I speak your name;
It seems without you in my life
things will never been the same.
What happened to those days
when I was just a child;
When my life was consumed in you
in your love, and in your smile.
What happened to all those times
when I always looked to you;
No matter what happened in my life
you could make my gray skies blue.
Dad, who will I turn to for answers
when life does not make sense;
Who will be there to hold me close
when the pieces just do not fit.
Oh, Dad, if I could turn back time
and hear your strong clear voice;
I would tell you that out of all the dads
you would be my choice.
Please always know I love you
and no one can take your place;
Years may come and go
but your memory will never be erased.
I love you dad
Ellen
The Nicole & Keith Miller Family
March 29, 2007
To Richard F. Sledge and all of his family: My family and I wish you and yours courage, wisdom, and thoughts of fond memories during this time. You will be tremendously missed but I know you are at peace now and can watch over your family from afar... May peace be with you. Kiss my Grandma Phyllis for me! With All Our Hearts and Soul: Nicole, Keith, Weston, Nicholas, Victoria, and Camden
Robin Berseth
March 29, 2007
May the family and friends of Richard find strength in all of the happy memories. Though my encounters with him over the years were few, he always wore a smile and his grandchildren's eyes would light up when he entered the room. He raised a remarkable son who in turn is raising remarkable young ladies. Heaven just became a little more beautiful.
Erin & Brandon Holmes
March 29, 2007
Hey Opa it’s me again just writing to say hello.
I know your up in heaven shining your light on us below.
I know you left, I miss you lots
And you are continuously in my thoughts.
I love you so much and the love is real
But I know wherever you are, you are feeling ideal,
I’m sorry we tried to keep you here
I feel so selfish we just wanted to hold you dear.
I now set you free Opa with no regrets
Because now I know, I know you loved me so
And now I see that you'll always be with me
So Opa I’ll see you soon and that day when I do...
It’ll no longer be alone but I’ll finally be with you
I know you’re with me everyday
And I know you’re taking care of me every step of the way
I still know you’re proud of me where ever you may be
And I want you to know I try to make you proud as you can see
I love you so much and I miss you so dear
But Opa don’t worry because I know you’re always here....
I love you and miss you every day
My love is soaring for you everyday...
Melissa Sledge
March 29, 2007
Dad,
Not my Father from Birth but my Dad in heart since I was 15 years old. I am proud to call you Dad, and could not have ask for my Daughters to have a better Opa. Thank You for touching our Lives with all our soul. Thank You for raising an incredible son that I can share my life with. You had a special touch here on earth, and I know you are happier and free of pain and Cancer there in Heaven. You deserve it! To an incredible eternity of Happiness. As you would say "Beautiful"
All my heart,
RHONDA HOLMES
March 29, 2007
I HAVE BEEN A FRIEND OF ELLEN'S FOR MANY YEARS NOW AND I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF HER FAMILY'S LOSS. I KNOW THERE ARE NO WORDS I CAN SAY TO MAKE YOU FEEL BETTER BUT KNOW THAT I CARE AND I KNOW THROUGH ALL THE GREAT STORIES YOU HAVE TOLD ME ABOUT YOUR FAMILY THAT YOUR DAD IS TRULY A GREAT MAN AND WILL BE MISSED DEEPLY. WITH LOVE ALWAYS, YOUR FRIEND RHONDA
Lore Sledge
March 29, 2007
My husband the love of my life.
Ellen Holmes
March 29, 2007
He is not my birth father, but he is my true father. He is the one that raised me and taught me right from wrong, how to take care of myself, to find happiness in everyday life. He fixed my bike, took me sledding, trick or treating, and taught me to drive. He has been a pillar for me all of my life. I have so many wonderful memories of him and will work hard to preserve him in my mind as easily as I preserve him in my heart.
This is for you dad:
Dad...so many images come to mind
whenever I speak your name;
It seems without you in my life
things will never been the same.
What happened to those days
when I was just a child;
When my life was consumed in you
in your love, and in your smile.
What happened to all those times
when I always looked to you;
No matter what happened in my life
you could make my gray skies blue.
Dad, who will I turn to for answers
when life does not make sense;
Who will be there to hold me close
when the pieces just do not fit.
Oh, Dad, if I could turn back time
and hear your strong clear voice;
I would tell you that out of all the dads
you would be my choice.
Please always know I love you
and no one can take your place;
Years may come and go
but your memory will never be erased.
I love you dad
Ellen
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